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Have you ever wondered why people traditionally wear their wedding rings on the third finger of the left hand? As with most traditions that we perform today there is an old, probably defunct, myth behind it. There are stories and ancient beliefs behind most of the jewellery worn, and where on your body you wear it for that matter. From pirates wearing earrings, to pagan rituals to repel demons, there is a myth behind most modern pieces of jewellery. But now we wear it for fun, for fashion, to show our love or to rage against authority!
The Ancient Egyptians, both male and female, pierced their earlobes to release their spiritual energy, and give them better access to the gods that they worshiped. Â Whereas in Pagan Europe it was believed that piercing the ears would prevent demons from entering the body because they believed that demons and evil spirits could be repelled by metal. However, pirates and sailors in Europe in 16th to 19th wore earrings for two distinct purposes, to improve their eyesight and if their ship sank and their body was washed ashore the earring could be removed to pay for a Christian burial.
Some cultures are following these ancient traditions still, others, like in the west, wear jewellery on different parts of the body for tradition and fashion. Whatever the reason you wear jewellery, each piece is a celebration of who you are and a reflection of you and your personality. And as we all like to express our individuality, wearing jewellery is so much more than a want, it’s a must!
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